Grilled Shrimp
Description
Suitable for both special occasions and everyday meals. Anyone can make grilled shrimp. You can prepare this appetizer, for example, while the main dish is baking in the oven.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Shrimp can be grilled peeled or unpeeled. I still recommend peeling them while leaving the tails on. Carefully cut through the shell along the middle of the shrimp’s back.
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Step 2
2. Remove the shell, leaving the tail attached.
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Step 3
3. With a small sharp knife, make a cut along the back (down the center) and remove the vein. Rinse the shrimp under cold water.
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Step 4
4. Place the peeled shrimp in a bowl and pour over olive oil or lemon juice with your favorite spices.
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Step 5
5. Pierce the shrimp—or rather, skewer them on long sticks.
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Step 6
6. Grill the shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side. Cooked shrimp will turn pink.
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Step 7
7. Serve the grilled shrimp directly on skewers with sauce.